Ligonier Ministries
Daily Bible teaching and Reformed theology for growing disciples.
Since 1994, Renewing Your Mind with Dr. R.C. Sproul has provided accessible, in-depth Bible teaching to millions around the world and has instructed listeners in the life-changing truths of historic Christianity. An outreach of Ligonier Ministries.
Episodes
Nov 20, 2024 · 26 min
For gentiles to be included among God’s people was one of history’s most astonishing transitions. Yet this was always the Lord’s plan. Today, Derek Thomas discusses Peter’s explanation that Christ is redeeming souls from every tribe and…
Nov 19, 2024 · 26 min
Under the old covenant food laws, the Jews couldn’t even share a meal with gentiles. But Jesus brought an end to this division. Today, Derek Thomas considers how the Lord showed Peter that the gospel must go out to all nations. Get Derek…
Nov 18, 2024 · 26 min
It’s easy for Christians to identify with the Apostle Peter. He stumbled and sinned, even in disastrous ways—yet Jesus never gave up on him. Today, Derek Thomas joins Nathan W. Bingham to discuss lessons we can learn from Peter’s life.…
Nov 17, 2024 · 26 min
No one can receive Christ without being made new. From his exposition of Mark’s gospel, today R.C. Sproul explains that it is impossible simply to add Jesus to our lives and otherwise remain unchanged. Get R.C. Sproul’s commentary on the…
Nov 16, 2024 · 26 min
Everything changes when God opens our eyes to the radiant glory of Christ. Today, R.C. Sproul teaches that Jesus came into the world to redeem people lost in the darkness of sin. Get R.C. Sproul’s book Who Is Jesus?, his teaching series…
Nov 15, 2024 · 26 min
Happiness is often fleeting. Yet true joy endures. Today, R.C. Sproul shows us the source of deep, full, and lasting joy: living in communion with Jesus Christ. Request R.C. Sproul’s devotional The Advent of Glory, his book Can I Have Joy…
Nov 14, 2024 · 26 min
Sin entices us with the promise of pleasure, but ultimately sin only robs us of joy. Today, R.C. Sproul observes how people enter the fullness of joy and escape the grasp of guilt. Request R.C. Sproul’s devotional The Advent of Glory, his…
Nov 13, 2024 · 26 min
It requires grace to share the joy of others while our own hearts are sorrowful. Today, R.C. Sproul addresses one of the greatest hindrances that can keep us from experiencing the fullness of joy. Request R.C. Sproul’s devotional The…
Nov 12, 2024 · 26 min
One of the hardest lessons we have to learn as Christians is how to be joyful in the midst of suffering and pain. Today, R.C. Sproul reminds us where to anchor our hope in a groaning world. Request R.C. Sproul’s devotional The Advent of…
Nov 11, 2024 · 26 min
As a fruit of the Holy Spirit, joy is a virtue that every Christian must cultivate. Yet true joy involves much more than putting on a happy face. Today, R.C. Sproul reflects on the biblical characteristics of a joyful life. Request R.C.…
Nov 10, 2024 · 26 min
Four desperate men stopped at nothing to bring their paralyzed friend to Jesus. From his sermon series in the gospel of Mark, today R.C. Sproul shows that Christ had the authority to give this man something far greater than physical…
Nov 9, 2024 · 26 min
The manna from heaven sustained Israel in their wilderness wanderings. Christ, the true bread from heaven, feeds souls dead in sin with everlasting life. Today, R.C. Sproul examines Jesus’ self-description as “the bread of life.” Get R.C.…
Nov 8, 2024 · 26 min
Sometimes, the same trial serves to soften the heart of one person toward God while hardening another in his bitterness and sin. What makes the difference? Today, R.C. Sproul reflects on the mystery of divine providence. Get Truths We…
Nov 7, 2024 · 26 min
When we sin, does God in His sovereignty bear any of the blame? Certainly not—but why not? Today, R.C. Sproul provides biblical answers to questions about humanity’s fall into sin, the origin of temptation, and the providence of God. Get…
Nov 6, 2024 · 26 min
God is altogether good and altogether in control. How do sin and suffering fit into this picture? Today, R.C. Sproul continues his study of the Westminster Confession to consider the place of evil under God’s good providence. Get Truths…
Nov 5, 2024 · 26 min
Since God sovereignly ordains everything that happens, where does our personal responsibility come into play? Today, R.C. Sproul explains the role we play in God’s good providence as He brings His perfect plan to pass. Get Truths We…
Nov 4, 2024 · 26 min
In previous generations, Christians were quick to recognize all of life’s circumstances as the unfolding providence of God. Today, R.C. Sproul teaches from the Westminster Confession of Faith to help us recover this biblical outlook. Get…
Nov 3, 2024 · 26 min
As Jesus ministered in Galilee, multitudes came to Him in search of healing, but few came seeking truth. From his sermon series in Mark, today R.C. Sproul reminds us that the gospel provides something incomparably better than relief from…
Nov 2, 2024 · 26 min
How do we know if we’re truly the children of God? Today, R.C. Sproul explains how the inner testimony of the Holy Spirit gives us assurance. Get R.C. Sproul’s book Can I Be Sure I’m Saved?, his teaching series The Assurance of Salvation…
Nov 1, 2024 · 26 min
The law of God guards us against destroying human relationships through lovelessness. From his expositional series in the book of Romans, today R.C. Sproul investigates the crucial connection between love and the law. Be among the first…
Oct 31, 2024 · 26 min
God will not fail to save anyone He has chosen to redeem through His Son. From his sermon series in the book of Romans, today R.C. Sproul traces the “golden chain of salvation” to reveal how the doctrine of predestination is a profound…
Oct 30, 2024 · 26 min
Through one man, sin entered the world and brought condemnation on the whole human race. But now, another Man has brought salvation for all who trust in Him. From his sermon series in Romans, today R.C. Sproul shows how Jesus is the…
Oct 29, 2024 · 26 min
Unlike us, Jesus perfectly fulfilled the holy law of God. From his expositional series in the book of Romans, today R.C. Sproul explains how the righteousness of Christ is imputed to all who trust in Him alone for their justification. Be…
Oct 28, 2024 · 26 min
The Apostle Paul wrote his letter to the Romans to help establish Christians in their understanding of the gospel. From his sermon series in Romans, today R.C. Sproul underlines our need to know the gospel and to remind ourselves…
Oct 27, 2024 · 26 min
When Jesus opened His mouth to speak, everyone stopped to listen—even the demons. From his sermon series in the gospel of Mark, today R.C. Sproul displays the holy authority exercised by the Son of God. Get R.C. Sproul’s commentary on the…
Oct 26, 2024 · 26 min
How can we gain true assurance of our salvation? Today, R.C. Sproul explains that we must begin with a right understanding of biblical doctrine. Get R.C. Sproul’s book Can I Be Sure I’m Saved?, his teaching series The Assurance of…
Oct 25, 2024 · 26 min
If you could ask Martin Luther one question, what would it be? Today, R.C. Sproul reads from his children’s book based on a time in the Reformer’s life when Luther’s barber asked him how to pray. Gather the family and listen together. Get…
Oct 24, 2024 · 26 min
The doctrine of justification profoundly shapes the way we view our relationship with God and our approach to the Christian life. Today, Michael Reeves describes the immense joy that a right understanding of this truth should elicit. Get…
Oct 23, 2024 · 26 min
According to Roman Catholic teaching, the Lord will give us grace as long as we do our best. Today, Michael Reeves repudiates this view with the true vision of God’s grace presented gloriously in Scripture. Get Michael Reeves’ teaching…
Oct 22, 2024 · 26 min
Are we basically good people who occasionally make bad choices? Or does the problem of sin go much deeper? Today, Michael Reeves presents the biblical view of sin, which drives us to rely on Christ alone for salvation. Get Michael Reeves’…
Oct 21, 2024 · 26 min
Our view of the Bible influences every other aspect of our lives. Today, Michael Reeves explains that, rather than one voice among many, Scripture alone is our supreme authority as the very Word of God. Get Michael Reeves’ teaching series…
Oct 20, 2024 · 26 min
Our minds cannot contain the infinite glory of God. Yet since He has made us in His image, we can know the Lord truly through His revelation. From his sermon series in the book of Ephesians, today R.C. Sproul considers the role of the…
Oct 19, 2024 · 26 min
Many people are assured of their salvation when they are not actually saved. Today, R.C. Sproul warns about false assurance. Get R.C. Sproul’s book Can I Be Sure I’m Saved?, his teaching series The Assurance of Salvation on DVD, and…
Oct 18, 2024
What must you do to be saved? Historically, Protestants and Roman Catholics have answered this question differently. Today, R.C. Sproul looks at the one word that makes all the difference in this dispute. Renewing Your Mind is a…
Oct 18, 2024
What must you do to be saved? Historically, Protestants and Roman Catholics have answered this question differently. Today, R.C. Sproul looks at the one word that makes all the difference in this dispute. Renewing Your Mind is a…
Oct 18, 2024 · 26 min
What must you do to be saved? Historically, Protestants and Roman Catholics have answered this question differently. Today, R.C. Sproul looks at the one word that makes all the difference in this dispute. Get the book The Legacy of…
Oct 17, 2024
If we get the doctrine of justification wrong, we get the gospel wrong. Today, R.C. Sproul explains what it means to be justified, revealing where the Reformers and the Roman Catholic Church differed on this essential doctrine. Renewing…
Oct 17, 2024
If we get the doctrine of justification wrong, we get the gospel wrong. Today, R.C. Sproul explains what it means to be justified, revealing where the Reformers and the Roman Catholic Church differed on this essential doctrine. Renewing…
Oct 17, 2024 · 26 min
If we get the doctrine of justification wrong, we get the gospel wrong. Today, R.C. Sproul explains what it means to be justified, revealing where the Reformers and the Roman Catholic Church differed on this essential doctrine. Get the…
Oct 16, 2024 · 26 min
Do Protestants and Roman Catholics still differ as much as they did in the 16th century? Today, R.C. Sproul confirms that the official teaching of the Roman Catholic Church continues to reject justification by faith alone in Christ alone.…
Oct 15, 2024 · 26 min
Martin Luther grew concerned about the selling of indulgences and the message it sent to people who sought forgiveness for their sins. Today, R.C. Sproul shows how Luther’s response unintentionally sparked the flames of the Reformation.…
Oct 14, 2024 · 26 min
Martin Luther’s role in the Reformation can hardly be overstated. Today, R.C. Sproul explains how the life of this German monk provides a historical framework for understanding the Reformation and the doctrine of justification by faith…
Oct 13, 2024 · 26 min
As the gospel grants us peace with God, we also obtain peace with one another through our union with Christ. From his expositional series in the book of Ephesians, today R.C. Sproul explains how Jesus unites believing Jews and gentiles in…
Oct 12, 2024 · 26 min
Some people who are truly redeemed may lack assurance of their salvation. Others, who do not belong to Christ, might falsely believe they’re saved. Today, R.C. Sproul considers the challenges we encounter in our pursuit of assurance. Get…
Oct 11, 2024 · 26 min
Does God create some people simply so He can pass everlasting judgment on them? Today, R.C. Sproul teaches on a passage he considered to be one of the most difficult texts in all of Scripture. Get R.C. Sproul’s book Hard Sayings, plus…
Oct 10, 2024 · 26 min
Just because someone is a dedicated member of a church does not necessarily mean he is truly a Christian. Today, R.C. Sproul cautions against the dangers of faithless religion. Get R.C. Sproul’s book Hard Sayings, plus lifetime digital…
Oct 9, 2024 · 26 min
Have you ever read a passage of Scripture that hits so close to home that it brings you discomfort? Today, R.C. Sproul explains that even the most piercing verses of the Bible have been given for our good. Get R.C. Sproul’s book Hard…
Oct 8, 2024 · 26 min
God’s plans are never frustrated by human affairs. Why, then, are some people saved while others are not? Today, R.C. Sproul provides insight from Jesus’ High Priestly Prayer regarding the extent of Christ’s atonement. Get R.C. Sproul’s…
Oct 7, 2024 · 26 min
Jesus warns of a sin that will not be forgiven. What is the unpardonable sin, and how do we know whether we have committed it? Today, R.C. Sproul investigates this grave warning from the Lord. Get R.C. Sproul’s book Hard Sayings, plus…
Oct 6, 2024 · 26 min
For many long ages, the nations lived apart from God’s covenant promises and the hope of salvation. All that changed with the coming of Christ. From his sermon series in the book of Ephesians, today R.C. Sproul marvels at God’s grace to…
